Family Engagement Opportunities


PreK Celebrations of Learning (Expos) on May 17!

PreK students are excited to share their learning about Buildings and how buildings and communities shape one another over time. All PreK families are invited!

Through the Buildings expedition, PreK students explored the world of architecture and community. Through inquiry-based learning, students investigated the formation of buildings and their intricate relationship with evolving communities over time. From understanding the design and construction of buildings to reflecting on the unique characteristics of their school building, students gained insights into the significance of architecture in shaping our surroundings and fostering a sense of belonging. Through hands-on exploration and thoughtful reflection, students deepened their understanding of the built environment and their place within it.

Calle Ocho campus from 10:30 to 11:30am

J.F. Cook campus from 10:00 to 11:30am


Join Us At The Talent Show at J.F. Cook Campus
May 17 and 24

Get ready to be amazed by the extraordinary talents of our students as they take the stage at the Talent Show, captivating our community with their remarkable performances!

We invite families of students in Kinder, 1st and 3rd grades to join us on May 17 from 6:00-8:00pm. Guests will be allowed to enter the building through the main door at 5:40pm. The show will start at 6:00pm. Please make sure you are in your seats by 5:55pm.

For families of students in 2nd, 4th, and 5th grades, we look forward to seeing you on May 24 from 6:00-8:00pm.

Live streaming: for those who would like to watch the Talent Show from the comfort of their homes, you can join us on facebook live.

If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up here!

Don't hesitate to contact the Specials Team at cookspecials@mundoverdepcs.org and Dean Kata at kbeltran@mundoverdepcs.org with any questions.


Bike Ride and Trail Clean-Up
Sunday, May 19

Come join us for a bike ride and trail clean-up event along the Metropolitan Branch Trail on May 19 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, in partnership with the WABA Trail Rangers!

Meet us at the 8th St NE entrance (Dew Drop Inn) to the trail, where the Trail Rangers will supply the necessary materials. Afterward, feel free to stick around for an optional social hour at City-State Brewery (family-friendly). Please RSVP to help us plan accordingly for this exciting event!


Join Your Principals For a Coffee!
May 22, 8:45am - J.F. Cook
May 23, 8:45am - Calle Ocho

Parents and caregivers from both campuses are invited to join Principals Johanna and Natalie, and Principals Michelle and Liz for their respective Coffees in person at the Zócalo:

  • J.F. Cook Campus: May 22

  • Calle Ocho Campus: May 23

Submit Your Questions in Advance!

To help us use our time together most efficiently, we invite you to submit your questions in advance using this form:

We look forward to seeing many of you there!


Teacher & Staff Appreciation Collection
Organized by Classroom Liaison Coordinators

Let's show our incredible teachers how much we value and appreciate them! Join us in contributing to our Teacher & Staff Appreciation Collection, where every gesture of gratitude makes a meaningful difference. Your participation helps us celebrate and honor the dedicated educators who shape the lives of our children every day.

Let's come together to make this collection a heartfelt tribute to our amazing teachers!

The Teacher and Staff Appreciation Collection is open until May 26. If you wish to participate, please send your contribution via this paypal link or the QR code below. Note that, per IRS rules, gifts to individuals do not qualify as charitable donations. All funds collected will be distributed to staff in the form of electronic prepaid Visa gift cards during the week of June 10 as an end of the year gift.

If you have any questions, please contact us!

Emily Adeleke (JF Cook Campus) at emilyreinhart@gmail.com

Lindsey Elman (Calle Ocho Campus) at lindsey.elman@gmail.com


Join us for the Celebrations of Learning (Expos) in May and June!

Students will share with families and the school community what they are learning in their expeditions. The Expo may include artwork, research results from experiments, written work, tests, and other projects. We look forward to see you there!

  • PreK: May 17

  • Kinder: June 5

  • 1st Grade: June 7

  • 2nd Grade: June 10

  • 3rd Grade: June 11

  • 4th Grade: JF Cook June 11 & Calle Ocho June 14

  • 5th Grade: June 12

  • Caterpillars: June 11


Fifth Grade Promotion Ceremony -Save the Date!

  • June 13, 8:45am - JF Cook Campus, Zócalo

SY24-25 School Calendar

Check the SY24-25 School Calendar on the school website and ParentSquare (under the LINKS section).

May School Menus

J.F. Cook Campus - Breakfast & Lunch - ENG / SPA

Calle Ocho Campus - Breakfast & Lunch - ENG / SPA

P Street Closed - J.F. Cook Campus
Apr 26 - May 10

P Street will be closed until May 10 due to paving work scheduled by the city from 7:00am to 5:00pm every day. 

Please plan accordingly for arrival and dismissal. Carline is not available during arrival time, and there are not parking spaces available. If you are driving, we encourage you to park away from P Street and walk to school. If possible, use public transportation.

How Parents/Caregivers Can Expect to Hear from the School (Communications)

To keep you informed about the school life, you should expect to hear from the school through different channels. Click here to read more details on what to expect from the school communications in English and Spanish.

Mundo Verde Social Media

Mundo Verde is excited to share more updates this year from our social media accounts. If you aren't already, connect with Mundo Verde on Instagram (@mv_pcs), Facebook, and X/Twitter (@MundoVerdePCS) to stay in the loop about the latest school year developments!

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